2005 Volvo V50 2.0L Diesel · FY55 XYL
2005 Volvo V50 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2005. Recorded mileage 173,325 miles. MOT expired on 24 Oct 2022. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VOLVO V50
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Oct 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 173,325 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years. Mechanical analysis was skipped.
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FY55 XYL Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 26/10/2021
- 173,325 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
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FY55 XYL MOT History
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1 MOT test are recorded for this 2005 Volvo V50 (FY55 XYL) between October 2021 and October 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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Known faults for Volvo V50
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Common Problems: VOLVO V50
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Tailgate wiring and latch faults(Moderate)
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on diesels(Moderate)
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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- Tailgate wiring and latch faultsModerate
The V50’s tailgate loom and latch wiring can fail through repeated opening, causing rear wiper, demister and boot-release problems.
- EGR and DPF clogging on dieselsModerate
Urban-driven diesel V50s soot up their EGR and DPF systems, leading to hesitation, smoke and warning lights.
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